Marwadi University Rajkot Ph.D Chemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No, the entrance test is not mandatory for all applicants. Candidates who have qualified national-level examinations such as UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, CEED, or hold a DST-Inspire Fellowship are exempted from the university entrance test and are directly called for the personal interview. All other candidates must appear in the computer-based entrance test (MCQ format) conducted by Marwadi University. The test consists of 10% research methodology and 90% subject-specific questions based on the GATE/NET syllabus for Chemistry.

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 40,000 per semester. For the minimum duration of 3 years (6 semesters), the total tuition fee amounts to Rs. 2,40,000. If the programme extends beyond 3 years, additional semester fees apply. Apart from tuition, candidates should budget for the one-time application fee of Rs. 600, synopsis submission fee, open defence fee, convocation fee, and hostel charges (Rs. 96,000 to Rs. 2,05,000 per year, optional). Scholars who secure fellowships like JRF, GATE, or SHODH can offset a significant portion of these costs through monthly stipends.

Ans. The Ph.D. in Chemistry at Marwadi University covers a broad range of research areas including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, materials science, environmental chemistry, and green chemistry. The university also offers interdisciplinary Ph.D. programmes that allow Chemistry scholars to work at the intersection of chemistry with environmental science, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, and sustainable solutions. Research scholars are guided by qualified faculty members with specialisations in diverse fields of chemistry.

Ans. Yes, Marwadi University offers a Part-Time Ph.D. option for working professionals in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and allied industries. Additionally, the Industry Ph.D. Programme allows employees to conduct research at their workplace on industry-defined problems, under dual supervision from a Marwadi University faculty member and an industry expert (Field Supervisor). The maximum duration for part-time candidates is 7 years. Candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer. Capsule-mode coursework is offered for Industry Ph.D. scholars.

Ans. Research scholars must publish two research papers in Web of Science Core Collection or SCOPUS indexed journals before submitting their thesis synopsis. Alternatively, one granted Indian or International utility patent (where the scholar, supervisor, and Marwadi University are co-applicants) can substitute for the publication requirement. The scholar must be the first author of the publications, and the work must be directly related to the Ph.D. research objectives. These requirements must be fulfilled before appearing for RPR4 (4th Research Progress Review).

Ans. Candidates who have qualified GATE, UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or hold a DST-Inspire Fellowship are directly exempted from the Marwadi University Ph.D. entrance test. They only need to appear for the personal interview, which involves a presentation of their proposed research area before an interview panel. The final selection for such candidates is based entirely on their interview performance. This is a significant advantage as it saves time and effort, and these candidates are also eligible for GATE/AICTE scholarship (Rs. 12,400 per month) or JRF stipend (Rs. 37,000 per month) if admitted on the basis of their qualifying score.